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Our Phoenix

Our Phoenix

The phoenix is a powerful symbol often associated with renewal, transformation, and resilience.

In the context of
She Who Soars,

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the phoenix represents the journey of women rising above challenges, adversity, and limitations to emerge stronger, wiser, and more empowered. 

Like the phoenix, women in the organization’s mentorship programs undergo personal growth, overcome obstacles, and experience transformation as they soar to new heights in their lives and careers. The symbol of the phoenix embodies the spirit of resilience, perseverance, and empowerment that She Who Soars aims to cultivate in women, inspiring them to rise above circumstances and thrive despite setbacks.

Our Phoenix

Symbolizes the resilience of women who triumph over obstacles, hardships, and constraints, emerging more empowered, insightful, and formidable.

Isabel Jenner-Hernandez

President & Founder

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Tacondra L. Brown

Vice President

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Arkayla Best

Secretary

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Natalie Budden

Treasurer

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Rebecca Salinas

Board Member

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Sarina Casarez

Mentor

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Rising from the Ashes: The Phoenix of She Who Soars

The phoenix symbolizes strength, determination, and empowerment, which She Who Soars seeks to instill in all women, motivating them to overcome challenges and flourish. The narratives of self-improvement captured on video strike a chord, showcasing how the guidance and mentorship from She Who Soars can profoundly change lives.

Isabel's Story

Meghan's Story

Dominique's Story

Sarina's Story

Nicole's Story

Marissa's Story

Jodie's Story

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Isabel Hernandez

Founder & President

Isabel Jenner Hernandez is the visionary founder and president of She Who Soars. A successful business owner with an MBA, Isabel has a distinguished background in Higher Education administration, having served at the University of Texas in Austin for several years.  She is married to her high school sweetheart and together they have three beautiful children. Her journey is marked by resilience and determination, as she has overcome significant personal challenges, including mental health battles, drug abuse, and multiple suicide attempts. 

Her personal struggles have fueled her passion for empowering other women to overcome their own obstacles and soar to new heights.  Her vision is to empower women by bringing them together, providing a space where they can share their own life stories without judgment and together support one another. She aims to facilitate personal growth and transformation akin to the resilience of a phoenix rising from the ashes. 

Through mentorship and support, Isabel seeks for women to embrace their strength, and soar to new heights in their lives. Her vision embodies the belief that every woman has the potential to rise above adversity and emerge stronger, wiser, and more empowered, embodying the spirit of the phoenix.  

Tacondra L. Brown

Vice President

Tacondra L. Brown serves as Vice President of She Who Soars. She is a transformational leader, Founder of The Whole Woman Grove, and a published author, bringing expertise in identity development, leadership growth, and women’s empowerment. With a professional background in case management, administration, insurance, and client-centered service, Tacondra offers strategic insight, emotional intelligence, and steady leadership that strengthen team alignment and organizational vision. Her ability to cultivate growth, collaboration, and purpose-driven action makes her a driving force in advancing the mission and impact of She Who Soars.

Arkayla Best

Secretary

Arkayla Best serves as Secretary of She Who Soars. She is the Founder and CEO of Empower Legacy Holdings, a licensed Realtor, and credit specialist who equips individuals and families with the knowledge, credit strategy, and real estate guidance needed to achieve lasting financial stability. A respected leader in her field, Arkayla is known for her strategic execution, precision, and results-driven approach. Her organizational excellence, clear communication, and commitment to empowerment make her a vital force in strengthening board operations and advancing the mission of She Who Soars.

Natalie Budden

Treasurer

Natalie Budden serves as Treasurer for She Who Soars. A finance professional and Special Pricer, she operates as a strategic liaison between sales teams and executive leadership, analyzing complex deals and driving informed pricing decisions. Her financial acumen, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership position her as a critical force in ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability. Natalie’s expertise strengthens financial stewardship and supports the continued growth and impact of She Who Soars as we expand our mission to uplift and empower women in our community.

Rebecca Salinas

Board Member

Rebecca Salinas serves as a Board Member of She Who Soars. She is a respected business professional and community advocate with over 25 years of experience in finance, banking, and lending leadership. As a Mortgage Loan Officer with New American Funding and a fluent Spanish speaker, she is committed to helping military families, veterans, and Hispanic communities overcome financial and language barriers to achieve stability and homeownership. Her board experience, community involvement, and heart for service bring trusted leadership and meaningful connection that strengthen the mission and impact of She Who Soars.

Sarina Casarez

Mentor

Sarina Casarez is a mother of four amazing children and a fiancé to a wonderful man. She has spent the last 7 years in the Multifamily industry climbing in rank from a Leasing Consultant to Regional Property Manager. 

Sarina is a domestic violence survivor, her journey demanded relentless perseverance until she found her freedom.  She was married by the age of 17, and had her first child at the age of 19. For the next five years, she silently suffered abuse and isolation, feeling inadequate and invisible.  Her isolation deepened as she sought to conceal her fear of making mistakes and facing repercussions afterward.  However, her life took a turn when she encountered a supportive group of empowered women who helped her reclaim her voice and freedom. Sarina will always cherish the impact these women had on her, empowering her to break free from her past and embrace her independence.

Now, Sarina dedicates herself to empowering women, guiding them to discover their voices and reclaim their power. Through her own journey of healing and empowerment, she offers support, understanding, and inspiration, serving as a beacon of hope for those seeking to break free from oppression and find their inner strength.